Vihaan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Vihaan is a name of Sanskrit origin meaning 'dawn' or 'morning', symbolizing new beginnings. It evolved from the ancient language of Sanskrit to modern Indian languages. The name has gained popularity in recent decades in India, reflecting positive traits associated with hope and renewal. It holds no biblical relevance.
The name Vihaan is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Vihaan has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, falling for male in South, falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Vihaan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1989th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 707th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Vihaan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Vihaan"
Pronunciation
/vɪˈhɑːn/
Origin
Sanskrit
Etymology
The name Vihaan comes from the Sanskrit word 'विहान' which means 'dawn' or 'morning'. It symbolizes new beginnings and the arrival of a new day.
Meaning
dawn, morning, new beginning
Language Evolution
Sanskrit: विहान (Vihān), Modern Indian languages: Vihaan
Historical Usage
Vihaan gained popularity in India during the late 20th and early 21st centuries as a modern name reflecting positive connotations of new beginnings.
Variants & Derivatives
Vihan, Viha, Vihān
Modern Popularity & Image
Vihaan is currently viewed positively in Indian culture, associated with optimism, hope, and new opportunities.
Famous People
Vihaan Singh (cricketer), Vihaan Patil (actor)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Vihaan"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Vihaan"
"Vihaan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1989th of 24088 | 1,004 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 707th of 23106 | 4,357 |
Regional Popularity of "Vihaan" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
37.71% 1728th/4582 |
23.49% 1213th/5164 |
25.39% 1857th/7313 |
18.83% 1405th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
21.11% 841st/3984 |
10.63% 477th/4487 |
11.87% 810th/6822 |
9.89% 621st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Vihaan" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Vihaan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Vihaan" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.